Position: HR Generalist (UK)
Location: London
Experience Level: 5+ years of HR experience
Industry: Financial Services

Our client, a global leader in financial services, is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join their London office. The HR team is dedicated to building a distinctive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and adaptive performance. In this role, you will play a critical part in executing talent management strategies, supporting daily HR operations, and partnering with teams across the organisation to foster a positive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute talent management strategies, including advertising, CV review, and conducting screening interviews.
• Manage the onboarding process for new hires and internal transfers, including employment contracts, HR inductions, benefits administration, visa applications, and payroll enrolment.
• Handle employee terminations, including managing separation letters, benefits, and visa terminations.
• Collaborate with the HR team to support daily HR operations and build trusted relationships with internal clients.
• Partner closely with HR functions such as Payroll, Compensation, Benefits, and Legal on global HR matters.
• Work with other departments like Technology, Facilities, and Compliance on HR-related issues.
• Take on ad-hoc projects and requests as needed to support the broader HR strategy.

Person Specification:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in an HR operations capacity, ideally within financial services or a similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and multi-task across multiple responsibilities.
• A team player who is detail-oriented and committed to the highest ethical standards.

Salary and Benefits:

Our client invests heavily in their people, offering a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Private medical and dental insurance.
• Generous parental and family leave policies.
• Volunteer opportunities and support for employee-led affinity groups.
• Mental and physical wellness programs.
• Tuition assistance and a non-contributory pension scheme.

About the Company:

Our client is a global asset management firm with decades of investing experience, dedicated to delivering superior risk-adjusted returns and adhering to the highest ethical standards. They are committed to revolutionising finance by investing in the best talent and using data-driven insights to shape the future.

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